Johnny Reed & The Houserockers are a raw, funky, in your face blues band with an eclectic blend of talent, charisma and professionalism. Their obvious camaraderie offers audiences dynamic shows that are non-stop fun from start to finish! They offer an exciting stage show for every venue. Johnny and the boys get the crowd on their feet and keep them there.
Johnny Reed & The Houserockers made their debut in 1997 and since have recorded three albums...
Thats The Blues, 1999, Just My Luck, 2003 and Most Requested 2005.
Theyve played all over the nation and Canada and have shared the stage with many of the great and talented artists we all know today. Its just a matter of time before a big fish snags Johnny and the boys!
For three straight years 01, 02, 03 The Houserockers have won the North West Ohio Blues Challenge located in Toledo, OH, which advanced them to the prestigious (International Blues Challenge) held annually in Memphis, TN. In 2004 The Houserockers won the South East Ohio Blues Challenge held in Marietta, OH and competed at the (International Blues Challenge) in Jan. / Feb. of 2005 for the fourth straight year!! In 05, at the (IBC), The Houserockers were one of ten bands to advance to the finals out of 126 bands internationally, making them one of the top ten, unsigned blues bands in the world!
JOHNNY REED
Johnny Reed - Harmonica / Vocals
On the harmonica, Johnny Reed plays the blues with a feeling. Johnny was raised on an abundant supply of rhythm & blues in the likes of Sam & Dave, Aretha Franklin, Wilson Pickett, Otis Redding, etc
Born Jan. 30, 1970, He found his way to the harmonica in 1989 and began developing his unique harmonica style by listening to recordings of mentors such as Paul Butterfield, Sonny Boy Williamson, James Cotton and Stevie Wonder. Vocal influences include Aretha Franklin, Ray Charles, Freddie King and Mike Finnegan .
His overall musical style can best be described as soulful and straight from the heart with combinations of melodic phrasing, syncopated rhythms and distinctive warmth to his tone.
Reed made his first appearance with JSP recording artists Art & Roman Griswold (The Griswolds). He later joined their band and played with them from 1991-1993. Since then Johnny has played and recorded with several regional and national acts such as Bo Diddley, Jr. wells, Billy Branch, Big Bill Morganfield, Pinetop Perkins, Bob Margolin, Larry McCray, Johnny B. Gayden, Fingers Taylor, Big Al and the Heavyweights and many, many more. To name a few, Hes done opening acts for James Cotton, Leon Russell, Tower of Power, War, Spyro Gyra, Commander Cody and Savoy Brown.
Johnny Reed has three albums currently released on CD with his band Johnny Reed & the Houserockers, Thats The Blues(1999) , Just My Luck(2003) and Most Requested(2005)..
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Johnny Reed & The Houserockers's Friend Space (Top 8)
Johnny, Don't forget the BSBS Toledo shows this week....Commander Cody at DeSimone's on this Friday night. This might be a sell out...Johnny A on Thursday, July 2nd at the Toledo Speedway Bar and Grill. He has been likened to a SRV infused Wes Montgomery or a Chet Atkins infused Albert Collins. Dude is amazing. See: www.myspace.com/johnnyaguitarmusic Not to forget...FROSTBITE IS OPENING FOR HIM!!! Tickets are general admission and are $15 and $12 for Black Swamp Blues Society or Toledo Jazz Society members. TommyO.
Hey Johnny, Lil' Ed and the Blues Imperials at Fat Fish Blue on Thursday (23rd) night. Should be a sell out at 10bucks/head. Black Swamp members get in free...Hey, band members get membership for ten bucks...hun??? See ya tonight. TomO.
Hey Johnny , longt time no see , The Tap rooms back open in Ypsi to band s and Brian's hosting on thursday's if your interested say hello to Bill Cherry for me and John A . take care brother of the Blues. Bullet
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Hope to hear from you soon, Dianne
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Black Swamp Blues Society Membership Drive It is that time of year. Please consider renewal,reinstating or signing up for membership in the society. We are a 501C3 organization dedicated toward preserving and promoting blues nusic in Northwest Ohio. We need you! Please pass this on to all your friends so we can make our organization vital and strong. Visit the myspace for membership application form and information. myspace. com/blackswampbluessociety Become a part of it all. Thanks. Tom
Johnny, I don't know if you cats are playing Sunday, but Just wanted to send you a personal invite to a GREAT BLUES show next Sunday night (9/28). ALBERT CUMMINGS at the Longhorn Saloon, 944 Phillips Ave, Toledo, Ohio. Starts at 8pm and the cover is $10.00. Jam session hosted by Josh Boyd follows show. Thanks. Tom
Johnny, Come and compete in the blues competition. Thank God that I am not a judge, but you know I think you have a fabulous band. If this is gonna be a quest for the bestest blues band, you guys gotta be there. Tom
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